1954 Mercury Monterey vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,183 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercury Monterey | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monterey | C |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4183 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 203 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
